Expanding market for expandable hose

The Pocket Hose, a Telebrands product with the “As Seen on TV” tag, is getting some competition, according to the merchants at Do it Best.

During the co-op’s recent merchandise review at it’s Indianapolis market, lawn and garden merchant Gary Loosle pointed to the growing field of expanding hoses.

In addition to the 25-ft. and 50-ft. versions of the Pocket Hose -- so named because it fits in a normal pants pocket when empty -- hoses in the Do it Best warehouse lineup includes the Tristar Flex-Able hose and the Dap XHose and XHose Pro.

The Dap XHose Pro, with its brass fittings, is expected to bring durability to bear on the category, Loosle said.